Azalealand Nursing Home

Azalealand Nursing Home is a Nursing Home in Georgia

Azalealand Nursing Home is a Nursing Home in Georgia

Azalealand Nursing Home

2040 Colonial Dr, Savannah, GA 31406 View Map

Azalealand Nursing Home is a Nursing Home in Georgia

Azalealand Nursing Home is a Nursing Home in Georgia

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Overview of Azalealand Nursing Home

Distinguished as the only family-owned and operated nursing facility in Savannah, Azalealand has been serving patients since 1974. With the goal of supporting each resident in achieving the highest degree of independence possible, the staff at Azalealand strives to build deep connections with their patients by promising dependability and professionalism. It offers an exhaustive list of medical and rehabilitation services including 24-hour skilled nursing care, wound management, therapy (physical, speech, occupational, and respiratory), tube feeds, ostomy care, diabetes treatment, and post-surgical assistance. 
This Medicare-accepted facility offers private and semi-private rooms inclusive of room and board, meals, nursing services, walkers and wheelchairs, activities, housekeeping, laundry and maintenance services, and social services. The activities are curated by the community’s Activity Director based on residents’ interests to encourage a holistic and speedy recovery. 

+1 912-354-2752

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.40/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
3/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 107

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Georgia average
Occupancy rate 73.1%
Residents per day (avg) 75
Occupancy rate
73.1%
Residents per day (avg)
75

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

51% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$10.2M
Operating loss
-$278.3K
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$10,204,862.00
Operating loss
$-278,296.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.7M
45.9% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.8M
Total costs $10.5M
Bed community size
107-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
9 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 48 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Status
SNF/NF DUAL CERT
Facility Type
NURSING HOME
License Date
January 7, 2017

Additional licensing details

County: CHATHAM

Ownership & operating entity

Azalealand Nursing Home is administrated by Ms DEBORAH ORNE.

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Activities
Diverse and well-organized activities are planned each day for residents.
Specific Programs
Nursing Services, Dining & Nutrition, Activities & Special Events, Social Services, Medical and Rehabilitation Services

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Residents enjoy home-style meals prepared by expert staff, with three meals a day plus snacks, tailored to dietary needs.
Meals Included
Yes
Special Diets
Yes
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Inspection History

In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.

33 visits/inspections

Georgia average: 15 visits/inspections

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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
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Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

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Address 4.6 miles from city center

Address 2040 Colonial Dr, Savannah, GA 31406

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

127
Total Staff
105
Employees
22
Contractors
29,194
Total Hours (Quarter)
47
Avg Staff/Day
6.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse77.2 No
Licensed Practical Nurse336.9 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant586.7 No
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
106 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
3 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Therapy Services
9 staff
6.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
5.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services
4 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
8.3%
of total hours from contractors
2,417 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 8 Nurse Aide in Training: 1 Feeding Assistant: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Medical Director: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant5805814,73591100%6.7
Licensed Practical Nurse258336,12491100%6.9
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,4789099%6.8
Registered Nurse7071,38791100%7.2
Medication Aide/Technician4049698998%6.6
Nurse Aide in Training2136236167%7.1
Dental Services Staff1015677684%7.5
Feeding Assistant0114616470%7.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician0224496470%7
Physical Therapy Aide0114486369%7.1
Administrator1014436066%7.4
Speech Language Pathologist0114216470%6.6
Nurse Practitioner2024045257%7.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist1012623741%7.1
Qualified Social Worker0222094044%5.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0331433235%4.5
Occupational Therapy Aide022511415%3.4
Medical Director0112278%3.1

Health Inspection History

Total Health inspections 2
41% below Georgia average
Georgia average: 3.4

Last Health inspection on Nov 2024

Total Health citations 6
64% below Georgia average
Georgia average: 16.6

3 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 6 citations
Complaint investigations 0 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations 0
100% below Georgia average
Georgia average: 0.7
Serious Health citations 0
100% below Georgia average
Georgia average: 0.5
Moderate Health citations 6

Minor Health citations 0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Nov 07, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Nov 07, 2024
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Nov 07, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Nov 07, 2024
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
70 Total Residents
Medicare 11 (15.7%)
Medicaid 30 (42.9%)
Private Pay/Other 29 (41.4%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score 10.2
Near Georgia average
Georgia average: 10.3
Functional decline score 14.0
20% better than Georgia average
Georgia average: 17.4
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 12.3%
27% below Georgia average.

Walking Ability Worsened 18.2%
6% below Georgia average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 11.4%
29% below Georgia average.
Safety & clinical stability

Falls with Major Injury 4.2%
31% above Georgia average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 9.4%
49% above Georgia average.

Urinary Tract Infection 3.6%
43% above Georgia average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing

Depressive Symptoms 3.2%
64% below Georgia average.

Antipsychotic Use 12.6%
34% below Georgia average.
Preventive care

Pneumococcal Vaccine 96.6%
6% above Georgia average.

Influenza Vaccine 98.6%
4% above Georgia average.
Nutrition & physical health

Lost Too Much Weight 6.8%
13% above Georgia average.
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine 97.4%

21% better than Georgia average
Antipsychotic medication increase 5.9%

170% worse than Georgia average
Influenza Vaccine 98.2%

26% better than Georgia average

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Georgia resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+, Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.

No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.

Not specified; need-based.

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI).

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Georgia resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Georgia SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Georgia resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

~1,200 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.

~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled, Georgia resident, in approved facility, low-income/SSI recipient.

~$1,004/month (including SSI).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

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